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Why juggle five or six remotes when one will let you take complete control of your home theater system? Take the time to custom-program the Universal MX-450, and you can stow those other remotes.

No PC is required to program the MX-450. You program it the old-fashioned way, by pressing buttons. Once you get the hang of it, you can create one-touch "macros" that correspond to everyday activities, such as "Watch TV" or "Play a Game." With macros, a single button push issues a string of commands to set up your TV, receiver, and other components for the chosen activity. If you ever need to change a command when you upgrade components, you don't have to start from scratch. Just change the commands you need to.

Good for both line-of-sight and hidden control
In addition to its line-of-sight IR (infrared) operation, the MX-450 can also send out RF (radio frequency) commands. These radio commands can be received by an RF base station behind a closet door, or even in another room, when you pair this remote with Universal's MRF260 RF Base Station.

Control more than your TV
Universal has an integrated line of accessories to add even more capabilities. With the PSX-2 iPod®/iPhone® dock you can create your own party playlists and quickly navigate through your player's menus. The MRFA-3LD-URC table lamp dimmers raise or lower the lights in your room  all controlled by the MX-450.

And it can survive the couch
The MX-450 can run for months on its supplied "AA" batteries. And it has a unique safety feature to ensure that the power's used for the right purpose. If a button is pressed continually for more than 30 seconds, the remote goes into sleep mode. So if your MX-450 slides between the seat cushions, the batteries won't be drained just because a cushion's depressing a control button or two.

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Worth every dollar I spent. CAVIAT - there are many counter fits

Written By 2055771480, 2055771480 on Saturday, May 16, 2015

So easy and no complicated controls. I hate television remotes. This is an upgrade Universal Remote. Worth every dollar.So user friendly.

Pros:So easy to learn. Functions a synch. Does not make you feel stupid or not intelligent. Makes me happy honestly so SIMPLE. Also controls up to 18 devices with 1 remote control.

Cons:Unfortunately it is a remote control which is almost $300. However, the ease to use as well controls up to 18 devices is worth every dime.

Universal MX-450 Remote

I bought this remote because the one for my tv was broken. The instructions with the remote were, in my opinion, scant and the problem is that the thing is smarter than I am. I think it will do things but I can't seem to make it understand. I am certain that if I could find some kid it would do everything flawlessly.

Pros:It is extremely well build and very easy to use.

Cons:It's still smarter than I am but the only real con is the lack of a touch screen. At least I keep trying to use it as a touch screen.

MX-450 Is a Tank

Written By SeanL, Long Island NY on Sunday, January 12, 2014

I have owned this remote for almost 2 years now and it has been through war and back I have 3 young kids and this remote has been thrown, smashed, submerged in milk, and used as a drum stick and it just keeps working. I had been a logitech fan for a number of years and that to was a great remote but it was much more temperamental and no where near as tough as this remote. As far as the programming goes it was a complete disaster when I had first got it coming from a logitech which was very user friendly and quite easy to set up this remote was like speaking another language it made no sense at first but with some patience and some time I was able to figure out how to set up the macros and now editing or adding new devices are quite easy and if and when the kids finally kill this remote I will be purchasing another one.

Pros:Tough as nails
Easy to use once set up
Has the ability to Learn any function that you may need to operate a device

Universal MX-450 Remote Control

Overall this is a good solid remote. The programming is a little bit difficult and I am still trying to figure out certain functions. I think everything I need it for can be done but figuring out how to do it is the biggest hurdle.

Great remote!

I decided to splurge and get this remote. I must say that I am very pleased with the construction and ergonomics. The range of the RF is impressive. I have all my components in the basement and the television about 50' away. However, setting it up was painful. It took several hours for me to configure everything just right. You must have a lot of patience.

Here is a HUGE tip. The first page should be your actions - "watch television" "watch DVD" ect. The second page should be all you components - television, dvd player, cable box, amplifier, apple tv etc. Then set up your macros. The last command in the macro should be "Go To" and the device on the second page. For example: The macro for "watch television" I set up a macro to turn on the television, turn on the cable box, turn on the amplifier, change the amplifier output, and then "Go To" cable box on the 2nd page. Then when you press "watch television" at the end it will jump to the cable box commands.

Great Remote

I bought this specifically because there were no touch screens..I like the softkeys and buttons because it's easier get familiar with the keys with touch screen you have to look at the remote to see and use those keys..once you "memorize" the keys..it's easy to use.

Pros:No touch screens..and very sturdy and up to 18 devices and a large memory...

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Features

Overview: The MX-450 is an IR/RF Universal Remote Control with the
ability to program and control up to 18 A/V devices. The MX-450 features an LCD
screen and backlit buttons. All programming is done from the remote control (no
PC required).

IR Range: The Universal MX-450 Remote Control has an IR range
(line-of-sight via infrared) of approximately 30'-50' (depending on the
environment.

RF Compatible (optional): In combination with the Universal RF Base
Station (554MR260, sold separately), the MX-450 can control your home
entertainment system via RF (418MHz), without being in line-of-sight of the
equipment. The MX-450 remote control has an RF rang of approximately 50'-100'
(depending on environment).

2" LCD Screen: The Universal MX-450 Remote Control features a 2" TFT
color LCD screen (176 x 220 pixels). The color LCD screen will light up with the
press of any button. You can select how long the LCD screen display stays
backlit, from 5-60 seconds.

Total Customization Capability: The Universal MX-450 offers
programming capabilities for up to 18 devices (on 3 Main pages), with up to 8
pages for each device, plus up to eight pages of favorite channels; for a total of 155 pages.

Volume Controls: The Volume and Mute buttons always control the sound
of your system regardless of the what screen menu is displayed

Channel Controls: The Channel and Previous Channel buttons will
change channels when you have selected an Activity, like "Watch Cable TV" or
"Watch SAT TV".

4-Way Cursor: The 4-way cursor buttons enable you to navigate
on-screen guides and menus with ease.

Transport Keys: The Transport buttons (Play, Stop, Skip +/-, FF,
REW, and Pause) operate when the selected Activity requires transport
controls. For example, if you watch Cable TV with a TiVo type of DVR, these
buttons will control the built-in DVR; or while you are watching a DVD,
these buttons will control the DVD player.

Numeric Keypad: The Number Keypad will enter numbers for the Activity
you've selected. Thus, for watching Cable TV, you use the number keypad to enter
channel numbers; while when listening to CD, the number keypad enters track
numbers.

Note: A dedicated Light button enables you to backlight the
buttons of the remote control at any time.

Activities: The remote's Activities function lets you access and control your programmed A/V components.
For example, "Watch TV", "Watch DVD", "Play a Game", etc.. Once you have made
your Activity selection, the remote control's buttons will be configured to
control that particular Activity.

Macro Editing: Macro programming is a critical function for delivering
a specific sequence of commands (up to 255) to a variety of components in order
to provide you with an easy to use system. The MX-450 offers Macro Editing right
from the remote control. You can see the actual macro-steps clearly displayed on
the remote controls' screen. Fine tuning, reordering, adjusting delays, and
adding steps to the macros can be done right from the remote control screen,
without deleting any of your previous entries.

Add/Insert Steps: At any time you can add a new step to a macro. The
step will be inserted after the step you select in the macro list. By
selecting a Jump step from the Add Menu, you can reset the jump destination
using the Left/Right cursor buttons.

Move Re-order Steps: Simply select a step with the SELECT button, then
use the Up/Down Cursor buttons to move it to a new position.

Delays: By simply selecting the Delay you want to adjust, then
using the Left/Right Cursor buttons, you can increase or decrease the amount
of delay in the macro.

Testing: Instead of constantly entering and exiting setup mode to test,
simply test and keep working until you have success. No more wasted time.

Archiving Software: This remote control allows you to archive your
unique program file. Utilizing special MX-450 software (from the Universal
Remote website), you can easily back up
your control configuration. This special software also allows the MX-450 to download updates with the latest firmware and IR
library for new products.

Note: There is a mini-USB (type-B) port found inside the battery
compartment which can be used to connect the remote to your computer for
archiving and updates. USB cable not provided.

Battery Operated: The Universal Remote Control operates off of 4 "AA"
alkaline batteries (included). The MX-450 offers 18
hours of battery life with continuous button pressing, backlight enabled, and
LCD On. This translates into months for most users.

Note: The batteries are non-rechargeable.

Protect Mode: The MX-450 protects itself if
it gets stuck between couch cushions (with a button being continuously pressed).
After 30 seconds the MX-450 will turn off, and will not turn on again until the
button is released.

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